Gynecologic Ultrasound

Preliminary experience with Advanced Volume Contrast Imaging (VCI) and Omniview in obstetric and gynecologic ultrasound

Gynecologic Cytopathology

THIS is an English edition of an atlas first published in Germany and the very readable style of the text is a tribute to both the translator and the authors. The book deals with the diagnosis of the important lesions in gynaecological cytology and with the cellular changes which give rise to diagnostic confusion. Following a chapter on basic cytology there are others dealing with inflammatory ...

Gynecologic malignancy in pregnancy

Gynecologic malignancy during pregnancy is a stressful problem. For the diagnosis and treatment of malignancy during pregnancy, a multidisciplinary approach is needed. Patients should be advised about the benefits and risk of treatment. When selecting a treatment for malignancy during pregnancy, the physiologic changes that occur with the pregnancy should be considered. Various diagnostic proce...

Laparoscopy in gynecologic surgery.

Laparoscopy has been utilized in gynecologic surgery for over 20 years. With the introduction of video monitoring and the development of new endoscopic instruments, the role of laparoscopy has greatly expanded. Laparoscopy is an invaluable tool in the management of the cancer patient. Current use focuses primarily on the diagnosis and staging of intraabdominal and pelvic malignancies. However l...

The Gynecologic Examination

The complete gynecologic examination screens for infection as well as breast, cervical, uterine, ovarian, and colon cancer. Symptoms commonly evaluated with the gynecologic examination include breast lumps or pain, changes in menstrual bleeding patterns, vaginal discharge, lower abdominal pain, dyspareunia, and urinary incontinence. Essential elements include a careful history, preparation, and...